Kultivating Kapwa: Decolonizing Parenthood Episode 3.04
"Native Sol Tribe - When Manifesting Vision Raises Up Family"
In this episode, we are joined by May Salem. We discuss how she has been raising her children aligned with her values while respecting the changing world they are living in, how Native Sol helped her actually have more time for and with her children, how she and her family have been and are challenging the system, and more.
May Salem was born in Malinao, Aklan, Panay, in the Philippines, raised in Nisenan/Maidu/Miwok Territory (Sacramento) and currently living in Tongva/Kizh Territory (Long Beach, CA).
May is a proud mama of 5 that were born at home (influenced by her family’s strong Hilot/Midwifery tradition). She is also the designer/creative director and co-owner of NATIVE SOL and EARTHING. She host workshops, special events, and gatherings at her brick and mortar shop in Long Beach, CA. Her lifestyle is reflected, integrated, and became the inspiration for Native Sol. The emphasis of sustainability, handmade, slow fashion, health, supporting local & Indigenous artisans are some of its foundations.
You can check out May’s creative work on IG: @nativesol @earthing.Earth @mamasoltribe (personal /homebirth )
*Episode Notes: This episode contains brief instances of profanity.*
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Hosted by Jana Lynne Umipig//
Produced by Olivia Sawi//
Co-Produced by Annie Aarons-Sawi//
Music by AstraLogik
